Ultrasound Technologist - Springfield Regional Medical Center - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques to produce images for interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. The role may require learning to perform vascular exams, such as venous duplex scans, and includes compassionate, timely direct patient care. Under Radiology leadership, the technologist performs a variety of technical procedures using ultrasound to assist in diagnosing disease or pathology. The technologist uses the ultrasound modalities appropriate to the anatomy being examined and is expected to become proficient in cross-sectional anatomy and related technology.

The position also includes documenting sonographer impressions and pertinent exam information, supporting quality improvement and regulatory audits, educating students and orienting new staff, and performing high-level disinfection of probes according to Joint Commission standards. Other related patient care duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ultrasonography program.
• Registry eligible with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or as a Sonographer through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certification or registration with ARRT or ARDMS.
• Advanced modality registration in Ultrasound Technology through ARDMS or ARRT, or obtain it within two years.
• Read and interpret written and oral instructions, meet deadlines, prioritize work, and work independently.
• Identify and understand issues and problems; examine data, draw logical conclusions, and apply critical thinking.
• Understand oral and written communications and organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
• Make decisions with significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impacts beyond it.
• Adapt to change and maintain ethical relationships and practices required of a technologist.
• Create and maintain good working relationships and receive constructive feedback.
• Follow the SDMS Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or American Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound.
• One year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience.
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience.
• Advanced modality registration in Ultrasound Technology through ARDMS or ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, verify patient identity and related information, and ensure the appropriate procedure is performed.
• Explain procedures to patients and prepare them by obtaining and recording patient history and consent forms when applicable.
• Maintain patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedures; monitor the patient and medical equipment, and report changes to patient care services.
• Document sonographer impressions and relay findings to physicians.
• Obtain and record images demonstrating normal and pathological findings, and document pertinent information such as laboratory values and patient histories.
• Maintain clinical competency for patients across age groups, including newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients as applicable to the facility.
• Participate in performance improvement projects.
• Assist the department in achieving successful federal, state, and local agency audits.
• Participate in student education and instruction and orient new staff.
• Perform high-level disinfection of probes according to Joint Commission standards.
• Use appropriate ultrasound modalities for the anatomy being examined and develop proficiency in cross-sectional anatomy and related technology.
• Promote favorable guest relations and the hospital’s values through daily work.
• Perform other related patient care duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree